Camping Stoves

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  • Varieties of Camping Stoves

    Modern camping stoves are as varied as tent designs. Car campers often use large, range-style portable stoves, while climbers, backpackers and mountaineers require ultralight, high-output designs that can withstand extremes of altitude and cold. Both types vary according to fuel, heat output, weight and intended use. Looking over the many varieties of cam… read more

  • About Alcohol Camping Stoves

    Alcohol camping stoves are by nature simpler, smaller and lighter than their butane-canister and white-gas-fueled cousins. While not as common in recreational outfitter stores as other stove types, it's surprisingly easy to make your own alcohol stove. read more

  • About Camping Stoves With Griddles

    There are several different styles of camping stoves with griddles. These types of stoves are often portable and offer a convenient way to cook and prepare food outdoors. Griddles are often one long section of material such as cast iron or metal with non-stick surfaces that lay over a heat source to cook the food. read more

  • About Camping Stoves

    Camping stoves are used by campers, hikers, backpackers and outdoor enthusiasts as a way to heat, boil and cook food as a substitute for modern amenities. Stoves range from small, portable cooking devices to large outdoor designs. read more

  • Comparison of Camping Stoves

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  • How to Use Camping Stoves

    Cooking in the backcountry has come a long way since a camper was forced to build a fire to have a hot meal. Lightweight, high-output stoves allow hikers to cook anywhere a fire is unsafe, unfeasible or prohibited. Backcountry camping… read more

  • Best Backpacking Camping Stoves

    Backpacking stoves have made remarkable progress over the past several years. In almost every respect, there have been giant leaps made in the use of materials, technology and the efficiency of today's stoves. With the use of newer lig… read more

  • How to Use Natural Fuel Burning Camping Stoves

    Natural fuel burning camping stoves are a great option that offer a variety of advantages over other types of stoves. They burn more cleanly than traditional camping stoves that operate on propane or gas. And they don't require you to… read more

  • Types Camping Stoves

    When it comes to camping the backcountry or at a campground, having the right camping stove is essential. There are several variations of camping stoves on the market; the key is finding one that works for the type of setting that it w… read more

  • Types of Camping Stoves

    Camping stoves are a valuable bit of equipment. They eliminate all the awkwardness and guesswork from using a campfire for cooking, as well as the need to gather fuel. Also, a lot of established campsites don't have handy cooking grill… read more

  • The Best Camping Stoves

    Camp stoves let you cook hot foods without the need for electricity and large gas grills. They are compact and can usually fit in a small box. For camping, one- and two-burner camp stoves offer convenience instead of trying to cook… read more

  • DIY Camping Stoves

    Camping stoves need not be sophisticated, store-bought contraptions. A backpacker can have a lightweight stove made out of ordinary household parts and using common tools that still works well. These stoves might not be quite as energy… read more

  • How Do Propane Camping Stoves Work?

    Propane camping stoves are easy to use and a reliable way to prepare food on a camping trip. Stoves fueled by white gas or liquid fuel are also common. Propane stoves are a good choice for most campers, but may not be the best for thos… read more

  • How to Use Camping Stoves Indoors

    You've used your camp stove to cook in the wild outdoors many a time. But now that you are faced with a situation in which you may need to use your camp stove inside, you aren't sure how to go about it. The truth is, you can use a camp… read more

  • The Best All-Round Camping Stoves

    Having a good camp stove makes eating meals on the trail a much more pleasant (and quicker) experience. The many types of stoves on the market include cartridge and liquid fuel models. Cartridge stoves have convenience, but liquid fuel… read more

  • About Coleman Propane Camping Stoves

    Coleman propane camping stoves are a good choice for those looking for a convenient outdoor cooking option when camping. Each stove uses a small propane tank cylinder that is generally around 16.4 ounces. Coleman was founded by W.C. Co… read more

  • Fuels Used for Camping Stoves

    The primary difference between camping stove models is the fuel they're designed to burn. Solid fuel stoves are simple and cheap, unpressurized liquid stoves are easy to use but inefficient, pressurized liquid stoves are efficient but… read more

  • Types of Lightweight Camping Stoves

    On a serious backpacking trip, every ounce of weight counts. A large, multi-burner camping stove may be nice for a family trip, but it's a luxury best left behind on a backwoods excursion. Fortunately, outdoor outfitters have responded… read more

  • The Best High-Altitude Camping Stoves

    Hikers, mountaineers, back-country skiers and other outdoor sportsmen pursue their activities in high-altitude environments. However, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the lower air pressure and reduced oxygen of the hig… read more

  • About Pocket Rocket Camping Stoves

    MSR's Pocket Rocket camping stove is a compact and lightweight camping stove that fits atop a self-sealing fuel canister. It is among the most affordable options for camp stoves, with a price range of $31.00 to $39.99, as of March 2010… read more

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    Backcountry Camping Tips

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...

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    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...

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    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.

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